Project Director - Major Projects

Job Description

Shape Sydney’s water future – Lead transformative projects ranging from $100M to $1.5B, driving sustainability and resilience in one of NSW’s most critical infrastructure programs. Work on world-class projects right here in Sydney—no airmiles required! Enjoy the flexibility of working hours to suit your needs. Be at the forefront of delivering Sydney’s first purified recycled water plant, advanced water recycling facilities, and sustainable stormwater management for a greener city. At Sydney Water , we’re delivering world-class water infrastructure to support our communities now and into the future with a $32 billion investment over the next 10 years. This is your opportunity to be part of something truly extraordinary. Join us and lead high-impact projects that make a tangible difference in the community. We’re looking for a Project Director to develop, procure, and deliver complex infrastructure that ensures safe and sustainable water solutions for Sydney’s growing population. About the Role: As a Project Director of Major Projects , you will play a critical role in directing the planning, execution, and successful delivery of large-scale water infrastructure projects. Overseeing projects from $100 million to $1.5 billion, contributing to programs of work reaching up to $3 billion! You will lead cross-functional teams, engage with key stakeholders, and drive projects from vision to successful reality. Key Responsibilities: Provide strategic oversight for the full lifecycle of major infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives. Lead and mentor high-performing teams, fostering collaboration across internal and external stakeholders. Oversee procurement strategies, contract negotiations, and stakeholder engagement to deliver project success. Identify and mitigate project risks as well as technical and commercial issues while ensuring compliance with planning approvals and sustainability goals. Represent Sydney Water in external forums, advocating for project outcomes and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. To thrive in this role, you’ll bring: A relevant degree qualification (preferably Engineering, Construction Management, Science, Commerce) or equivalent executive experience. Proven experience in directing complex, high-risk, high-profile infrastructure projects, ideally in water, civil, environmental, or related/transferable sectors. Demonstrated success in building, maintaining, and evolving large multi-disciplinary teams and fostering high-performing project environments. Strong stakeholder engagement skills – ability to work with government, regulators, and industry partners. A strategic mindset – able to think six months ahead, anticipate & manage risks, solve complex problems, and drive successful outcomes. Dive into Our Great Benefits! Competitive Remuneration: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately. Employee Networks: We proudly offer and support Employee Led networks, such as Women of Water, Pride, First Nations and Disability & Neurodiversity Networks. Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success in the direction you desire. 24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal. Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans. Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a generous childcare allowance. Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW. Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options. Closing Date: Friday 28th February at 11:59 PM AEST We want to ensure you feel supported and informed throughout every step of our recruitment process. Please advise if you require any adjustments to actively participate in the application and recruitment process. Please contact for any further information. Working at Sydney Water We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans. As part of the application process, Sydney Water will be collecting your personal information to assess your suitability for the role. We will also use your personal information to establish a LiveHire talent profile in our Talent Community. Your personal information will be collected in accordance with LiveHire’s Terms ,Privacy Policy and Sydney Water’s Privacy Collection Statement – Job Application. Please note as part of the application process, you will be asked to undergo background checks which includes a criminal history check. Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities #J-18808-Ljbffr